The Ademre found himself heading towards the battlefield. The barren plain salted with the blood of many. He knew this was where he had first found himself, and he thought with a soft pang of his sisters, the memory of them foggy in his mind. Curse the Ademre warrior who was cowardly enough to poison them. To taint his memories so that those that were once closest to him where a hazy memory.

He stretched out his legs, pushing them until the blood flowed freely, and warmth ran up his veins. The exercises as familiar to him as breathing. It bided the time as he waited patiently for a challenger with which he could pit himself against. He was pushing himself hard these days, bringing himself back to fighting-fit after the time he had spent relaxing on Daager Island. He would prove himself useful to the pack he had aligned himself with.

In the quiet, late morning air, the Ashen Warrior raised his head skyward, and let out a long, powerful howl.

WC: 172

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Hikaru certainly didn’t want to get rusty since he was no longer training to be the shinobi he’d sought out to be. Instead he stretched his muscles outside the pack lands as he tried to get a better understanding of the lands he now called home. His thoughts swiftly shifted to the boy who made that statement a reality, but Hika forced himself to focus. He’d come across the trail of that wolf he’d met last season. Curious if he’d find anymore trouble with the fire marked man he followed him to what seemed like a very obvious battlefield.

If nothing came of this trip at least he knew this place was here. The smell of fighting and blood overwhelmed his senses and excitement raced through his body. Even if he hadn’t graduated the thrill of a good fight would never leave him. A rush of adrenaline washed through him as the sound of the man’s voice rang over the hills. Hikaru was curious now and on small white paws carried himself to the arena.

He was easy to see against a monochrome background, but his stormy eyes were filled with the confidence of a real Iga. He may not have been able to claim his affiliation but he’d been born to them and despite his differences, the spirit lived on. He lifted his head high and gave an eager grin as he sized his opponent up. Already loosening his limbs and bending his joints as he prepared for a spar.

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Total 423

The battlefield wasn’t her kind of place, with the stink of blood, and the lack of lush rolling fields. It wasn’t a place of beauty. The only consultation was there here, she truly was the most beautiful thing in sight. It was the call of another wolf that caught her attention, and, curious, and ready to get a little activity she followed the sound.

She found the black and red wolf, and thought of Hyperion with a pang. What was her twin getting up to these days? The movement of a second wolf joined the first. This man had fur like ivery, with intense spots of color, and a brush of eyeliner around soft silver eyes. Both were easy on the eyes, and the Aracari grinned.

“My, my. Don’t the two of you make a dashing pair. Mind if I join the party?” she wiggled her brow at both of them, and fell into an easy crouch. Flirting and fighting went hand in hand. Honestly, anyone that didn’t pair the two was missing out.

WC: 176
Total: 599

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The Ademre wasn’t left waiting long, before a familiar face made an appearance. His paw automatically gestures a friendly smile, and warm greeting. Hikaru was the type of wolf that would watch your back. And.. What was this? They were neighbours. He had the scent of the Armada in his coat. A compliment to that of Ashen on his own. “Good to see you again, Hikaru, it would be my pleasure to spar with you.” He glanced over as another wolf appeared - taller by far then both the males, the woman fell into a battle stance, and spoke with much enthusiasm. Her flirting went right over his ears without a sound. [b] “Of course, a melee is excellent practice.” [b] He said, he had some idea of how Hikaru fought, but the blue wolf was a stranger to him. He let out a soft breath, steeling himself for the fight to come, and then lashed out. Aiming to kick Hikaru with a back paw, as his elongated fangs aimed for Lorikeet’s neck. Wc: 174 Total: 773

Hikaru easily let his head down in a slight bow at the presence of Lament, they’d already somewhat proven themselves to one another. Now that he was in the sister pack of the Ademre’s they could be considered allies in a real and true sense. ”And you as well,” Kaiyo straightened, but before any type of battle could get underway a rather spectacular woman appeared over the crest. Stormy eyes shifted to her tall form, his tipped ears perking forward as she captured his attention. The young boy easily falling prey to her honey laced words. A bright blush flourished on his cheeks as he tried to hide his reaction by remaining stoic.

He’d gotten a little practice with melee while he trained, he'd fought in partners and such because sometimes a mission needed more than one wolf. He tried to summon those particular lessons as the Sky touched woman invited herself into their little spar. He wouldn’t be the one to deny her, but he did feel a little foolish when he was suddenly kicked by Lament, He’d allowed his attention to focus far too long on Keetie. He tried to divert his attention between the two as he aimed to dodge behind Lament so the woman couldn’t reach him while he aimed a retaliatory bite near Lament’s hip. If he had the time he’d keep running to set up his next attack on the very tall woman.

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The fiery marked boy was as stoic as Hattori had been. She knew how little fun that could be, but the white wolf… she caught his reaction to her. The flush of warmth in his cheeks a subtle echo of the spot against his forehead. He looked like fun. Her next grin was just for him. Her dark muzzle parting, and her yin and yang eyes sparked.

She laughed softly when his distraction proved to be his undoing, catching a quick from the fiery marked wolf, who was all action and no play. “Chin up love, i’ll kiss it better after this.” she promised the poor short wolf.

Laments teeth found their way into the scruff of her neck, but she had a few surprises of her own. Her sharp claws slid from their sheets, and she wrapped a paw about his shorter shoulder, digging in her talons, and ripping downwards. Hikaru’s attention was on Lament, who had drawn the wrath of both wolves by attacking them simultaneously. Perfect.


WC: 171
Total: 1,185

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Of course, now he was in the middle of both wolves. The finesse fighter wasn’t afraid to be in the center, if he could take down both at the same time it would be excellent practice for him. He felt his foot connect with Hikaru, and then his teeth into Keetie’s fur. Next thing he knew, there was a fiery burn on his shoulder as claws sharper than they had any right to be dug into him. He shook his teeth free, and shoved Lorikeet off him, bumping into Hikaru who had come up behind him, landing a bite along his hip. He kicked out again, trying to shake the white man free, as he pulled to the side, so he was no longer between the three of them his muzzle hanging loosely open, and his paws drawing against the dirt. He had started this battle, and he was determined to finish it. Wc: 155 Total: 1,340

Lament slammed into him and Hikaru lost his footing as he tried to maneuver to Lament’s other side. He was certain of one thing, melee’s were not for him. Still, the young koi wasn’t quick to give up and he continued through with his original intentions. With one and and ear in Lament’s direction he aimed to close the distance between himself and the towering she wolf. He couldn’t reach anything impressive so he aimed to bite at her elbows as he slid under her belly and to the opposite side of her.

He didn’t expect to be facing Lament when he got to the other side. Hikaru righted himself quickly, as any good shinobi would, but he was too late to recover from his mistakes. Before he knew it Lament had him on the ground, and he just hadn’t been paying enough attention to both opponents. This would be a telling lesson as time went on and he learned more. Melee and free for all were a big weakness.

Wc 170
Total 1510

Phew! Fire boy was fast, he shook her free, and the next thing she knew, Hikaru was launching himself at her. He scored a bite on her elbow that had her flinching, and when she turned around, Lament was wrestling Hikaru to the ground. The sight of it broke her concentration. Two, very sexy wolves wrestling on the ground was a sight to see.

“Damn, I concede, if you’d just let me into the cuddle pile.” she teased, saunting over and gently nudging Lament off the smaller wolf. The Ademre released the Koi wolf, and bowed to the both of them. Saying something about a good fight, and stepping away.

Keetie kept her eyes on Hikaru as she helped him to her feet. “Did you want that kiss now, little star?” she said, tapping the main marking on his forehead.

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Lament quickly pinned him to the ground, and instead of Lorikeet taking advantage her voice lilted over their struggle as he offered forfeit for the show. Cuddling? Hikaru got warm and felt his face go flush at the thought, but was relieved when Lament bowed out and stepped away. But now he was alone with the dark woman. She offered her assistance in helping him back to his paws. He thought she was just being extra polite but she didn’t pull away as she offered her kiss again while tapping against his forehead playfully.

”K..Kiss?” He stuttered, stormy eyes wide as his cheeks lit up in a red blush that rivaled the spots down his body. She had him frozen in place, no one offered him a kiss before, and no one had looked or talked to him like she was. The experience was new and wild, and he wondered if it had to do with this strange new world he was living in. ”Kiss me?”

The silky silver eyes of this wolf was like liquid mercury, the fine points of black that lined his eyes only increased the impact. Those very same eyes were looking up at her now, wide and astonished at her words. Her tail squished playfully behind her as she waited for him to make his choice. She would never steal a kiss without permission.

Kiss me

He said, and her grin only grew, the skin around her eyes crinkling with joy “If you insist!” she said, and leaned forward, brushing her muzzle against his, drawing it out a moment, and licking his nose as she drew away, letting him up for air.

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She was sweet and whatever the opposite of bashful was. She caught his gaze and he couldn’t let it go, so innocent and easily caught up as he might be. His question was taken as a for real question and she was quick to deliver. Hikaru stood frozen solid, no one had ever given him the time of day before let alone a kiss! His eyes were wide in surprise but they slid shut just as he got comfortable and she swiped her tongue over his nose.

Stunned the young koi staggered back and sat back on his rump, a look of slight awe playing across his pale and spotted features. ”Oh.” Was all he could manage as he struggled to retain his wits. What even had she done to him? Kaiyo did manage to show off a grin so she didn’t think too much less of him. ”Thank you.”

There was something terrible endearing and sweet about the surprise of an innocent young thing. He was frozen like a rabbit caught in the light of a campfire. When she was done with he swayed like a fainting goat, and toppled to his rump. She couldn’t help it, she laughed softly. He looked as though she had just blown his mind.

“Your very welcome” she said, amused that he would thank her for it. She leaned over him and touched a claw that she extended from its sheath, to his nose. A gentle little ‘tap’ “If you ever want to practice on someone you know who to come to.” He looked like the type of wolf liable to find a nice someone to settle down with in happy monogamy. A shame, for someone so pretty to give their love all to just one person. Until he found that someone, she would be happy to steal a few kisses well she could. If just to see that innocent surprise some more.

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He probably looked just as dazed as he felt as Keetie looked down at him. He tried to offer a smile but he just blushed more and looked embarrassed. Kaiyo really had enjoyed the kiss though, and despite her good natured laugh she echoed his sentiments. She leaned forward and booped him on the nose lazily, her bright eyes full of mischief but none of it malice. He swallowed hard as she gave him an open invitation, his newness obvious in his reaction. Hika wasn’t sure he could handle much in the way of words, but nodded enthusiastically. These feelings that she brought up in him were confusing and new, and the young boy wasn’t sure he was ready to explore them or the thoughts they elicited quite yet. ”Too kind.” Hika insisted, but deep down admitted the possibility of taking her up on her offer.